Director, Business Strategy & Operations, Research
5 days ago
City of London
If you are a current Jazz employee, please apply via the Internal Career site. \n Welcome to Jazz Pharmaceuticals, a global biopharma company on a mission to innovate and transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for individuals facing serious diseases, often with limited or no therapeutic options. Our diverse portfolio includes leading therapies for sleep disorders, epilepsy, and a growing range of cancer treatments. With a patient-focused and science-driven approach, we are pioneering advancements in oncology and neuroscience. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, we have research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities, and dedicated employees across multiple countries, all committed to serving patients worldwide. Join Us as the Director of Business Strategy & Operations!\n As the Director, Business Strategy & Operations (BS&O) – Discovery & Research, you will be the strategic business partner and Chief of Staff to the Chief Scientific Officers (CSOs) in Neuroscience and Oncology. This high-impact, cross-functional role is your opportunity to orchestrate strategic planning, executive operating rhythms, organizational communications, workforce planning, and continuous improvement across early research and discovery. \n Reporting directly to the Head of R&D Business Strategy and Operations, you will collaborate closely with HR, Resource Management, and R&D Finance to lead functional workforce planning and manage the overall functional budget. You will also serve as a vital operational bridge between functional Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Resource Management, ensuring robust resource data stewardship. Your Key Responsibilities\n\n • Chief of Staff & Leadership Cadence:\n \n, • Act as a trusted advisor and operational sounding board for the CSOs and their Discovery Leadership Teams.\n, • Facilitate executive operating rhythms, including leadership meetings and strategic offsites.\n, • Prepare executive briefing decks and strategic presentations for high-stakes reviews.\n \n, • Workforce Planning & Resource Oversight:\n \n, • Lead comprehensive workforce and capacity planning across Neuroscience and Oncology Discovery.\n, • Ensure data integrity for named allocation tools and timecard compliance.\n, • Oversee algorithm demand modeling to translate inputs into actionable intelligence.\n \n, • Financial Cadence & Budget Stewardship:\n \n, • Manage the functional Discovery & Research budget in collaboration with R&D Finance.\n, • Drive financial operating rhythms, including forecasting and variance analyses.\n \n, • Business Development Diligence & Research Integration:\n \n, • Lead post-deal integration for newly acquired discovery programs and partnerships.\n, • Collaborate with Corporate Development to safeguard deal value and operational continuity.\n \n, • Goal-Setting Cadence & Performance Tracking:\n \n, • Direct the annual goal-setting process for Discovery & Research.\n, • Establish metrics to track research velocity and organizational health.\n \n, • Communications Cadence & Scientific Culture:\n \n, • Design and execute a comprehensive internal communications strategy.\n, • Foster a cohesive and innovative scientific culture across teams.\n \n, • Process Improvement & Operational Excellence:\n \n, • Lead targeted process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.\n, • Champion digital transformation and modern operational frameworks.\n \nWhat You Bring to the Table\n\n, • Experience: Extensive background in biopharmaceuticals, with a focus on drug development and R&D business operations.\n, • Leadership: Proven ability to operate in a strategic business operations or Chief of Staff capacity.\n, • Financial Acumen: Experience managing departmental budgets and financial forecasting.\n, • Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to synthesize complex narratives into compelling presentations.\n, • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven track record in orchestrating initiatives across global teams.\n, • Continuous Improvement: Deep experience in process optimization and change management.\nEducation & Certifications\n\n, • Bachelor’s degree in a Life Sciences discipline or related field required.\n, • Advanced degree (MS, PhD, or MBA) strongly preferred.\n, • Lean Six Sigma, Agile, or Project Management (PMP) certification is a plus.\nWhy Jazz?\n At Jazz Pharmaceuticals, we believe in fair and equitable compensation practices. For this role, the base pay range is $192,000.00 - $288,000.00, depending on qualifications and experience. In addition to competitive base pay, you may also be eligible for: \n\n • Discretionary annual cash bonuses or incentive compensation.\n, • Equity grants as part of our Long Term Equity Incentive Plan.\n, • Comprehensive benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401k retirement savings plan.\n, • Flexible paid vacation to support your work-life balance.\n\n Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. \n For US-Based Candidates Only: \n Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to fair compensation practices. The successful candidate will also be eligible for various benefits offerings, ensuring a comprehensive total compensation package.